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Store and handle glass

Store and handle glass

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFGG3001
State Code
WI483
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers handling, relocating and storing sheet glass in the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify storage requirements
  • 1.1 Work requirements in the form of type and quantity of glass to be handled and stored are identified from work instructions
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for storage and handling of glass, including personal protective equipment, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Glass to be stored is checked against paperwork and any discrepancies reported according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Storage requirements are identified from manufacturer instructions, statutory regulations and workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Locations for glass storage are identified and checked for availability and suitability
  • 1.6 The process and procedures for moving, handling and storing glass are identified
  • 1.7 Team lifting processes are considered for application, including nomination of a team leader and calculating the capacity of the team
2 Prepare for glass movement
  • 2.1 Work sequence is planned in a logical order to suit the job in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked prior to use to ensure they are appropriate for the work, serviceable and in a safe condition
  • 2.3 Planned route for relocating glass is determined and checked for hazards, and the work area is cleared of obstructions
  • 2.4 Risks to self and others are identified and acted upon according to statutory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Required clearances are compared to available space and adjustments made
  • 2.6 Process for relocating glass is planned, including predicting and planning for potential difficulties
  • 2.7 Proposed process is checked against codes of practice and workplace procedures for compliance
3 Relocate glass
  • 3.1 Safety checks are carried out on required handling equipment, and any damaged or worn parts reported according to workplace practices
  • 3.2 Handling equipment is operated safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Planned process and route are followed and glass relocated without damage to material, personnel or equipment
  • 3.4 Glass is labelled and stored following workplace procedures ensuring there are no projections
  • 3.5 Relocation is checked to see that it meets work requirements, and any differences are reported
4 Complete job requirements
  • 4.1 Handling equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Work area is cleaned and rubbish disposed of, as appropriate
  • 4.3 Workplace documentation is completed, as required, according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7818 LMFGG3001C Store and handle glass Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAJ06 MSFGG3039 Manually move glass Unit of competency